Personality Disorders Psychologists and Therapists in Richmond, VIC
I work with a variety of people including those suffering depression and anxiety, PTSD and complex trauma, personality disorders including borderline personality disorder, as well as dissociative disorders and complex mood conditions.
I use a variety of treatments and focus on finding the approach that will be the best fit for you. Psychotherapy is not a one-size fits all, and therefore the approach is very individual and very tailored to your needs.
I work with a variety of people including those suffering depression and anxiety, PTSD and complex trauma, personality disorders including borderline personality disorder, as well as dissociative disorders and complex mood conditions.
I use a variety of treatments and focus on finding the approach that will be the best fit for you. Psychotherapy is not a one-size fits all, and therefore the approach is very individual and very tailored to your needs.
Specialist expertise incl personality disorders, anxiety, depression, ASD, ADHD, & eating disorders.
Finding someone who is warm, has expertise, & quickly understands your issues, is of course critical. Clients report these qualities & the style of therapy is unique & powerful. My experience includes working with all of life's challenges, and mental health difficulties: from anxiety & depression, to relationships, ADHD, ASD, & chronic illness. From the young to the mature, couples and families, we create a safe space to explore the tricky places that can keep us stuck, and find an easier path forward. With compassion and curiosity, I enjoy supporting each person to build a greater understanding, sense of self worth & confidence.
Specialist expertise incl personality disorders, anxiety, depression, ASD, ADHD, & eating disorders.
Finding someone who is warm, has expertise, & quickly understands your issues, is of course critical. Clients report these qualities & the style of therapy is unique & powerful. My experience includes working with all of life's challenges, and mental health difficulties: from anxiety & depression, to relationships, ADHD, ASD, & chronic illness. From the young to the mature, couples and families, we create a safe space to explore the tricky places that can keep us stuck, and find an easier path forward. With compassion and curiosity, I enjoy supporting each person to build a greater understanding, sense of self worth & confidence.
I’m a psychologist with a special interest in trauma, neurodivergence, and complex presentations across the lifespan. My work is formulation-driven and grounded in CBT, integrated with trauma-informed, attachment-informed, and neuro-affirming frameworks. This means I will work with all parts of your story. I combine structured, evidence-based therapy with thoughtful psychological depth. I work with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing trauma, complicated grief, emotional dysregulation, identity exploration, anxiety, mood disorders, and entrenched interpersonal patterns.
I’m a psychologist with a special interest in trauma, neurodivergence, and complex presentations across the lifespan. My work is formulation-driven and grounded in CBT, integrated with trauma-informed, attachment-informed, and neuro-affirming frameworks. This means I will work with all parts of your story. I combine structured, evidence-based therapy with thoughtful psychological depth. I work with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing trauma, complicated grief, emotional dysregulation, identity exploration, anxiety, mood disorders, and entrenched interpersonal patterns.
My approach is grounded in the principles of positive psychology, with a strong foundation in mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). I believe in empowering individuals to harness their strengths and develop practical strategies for overcoming challenges. By integrating evidence-based techniques with a focus on mindfulness and acceptance, I aim to help clients achieve greater clarity, resilience, and well-being. You can expect a supportive and empathetic environment where your unique experiences and perspectives are valued.
My approach is grounded in the principles of positive psychology, with a strong foundation in mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). I believe in empowering individuals to harness their strengths and develop practical strategies for overcoming challenges. By integrating evidence-based techniques with a focus on mindfulness and acceptance, I aim to help clients achieve greater clarity, resilience, and well-being. You can expect a supportive and empathetic environment where your unique experiences and perspectives are valued.
Tanya works with people who are interested in understanding and changing the patterns of behaviours and thoughts that keep them stuck in their current way of living. Tanya provides a space to process experiences that have shaped your beliefs about yourself and others so you can start making more conscious choices that can help you to live your life more authentically. Tanya works with adults who have experienced family and marital problems, work stress, depression, anxiety, eating disorders, PTSD and addiction.
Tanya works with people who are interested in understanding and changing the patterns of behaviours and thoughts that keep them stuck in their current way of living. Tanya provides a space to process experiences that have shaped your beliefs about yourself and others so you can start making more conscious choices that can help you to live your life more authentically. Tanya works with adults who have experienced family and marital problems, work stress, depression, anxiety, eating disorders, PTSD and addiction.
I am a Mental Health Social Worker, Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist, and Counsellor with more than 45 years’ experience. I now work exclusively in private practice as a Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist, and as a registered Mental Health Provider through the Better Access to Mental Health Programme. Previously, I spent many years working in a wide variety of psychiatric settings including Adult Inpatient Services, Mental Health Outpatient Clinics and, more recently, Primary Mental Health contexts.I have a strong interest in literary and artistic modes of expressing and working through emotional conflicts.
I am a Mental Health Social Worker, Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist, and Counsellor with more than 45 years’ experience. I now work exclusively in private practice as a Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist, and as a registered Mental Health Provider through the Better Access to Mental Health Programme. Previously, I spent many years working in a wide variety of psychiatric settings including Adult Inpatient Services, Mental Health Outpatient Clinics and, more recently, Primary Mental Health contexts.I have a strong interest in literary and artistic modes of expressing and working through emotional conflicts.
Aish (She/her) has experience working with people across the lifespan and from diverse backgrounds, presenting with issues such as depression, anxiety, relationship concerns, trauma and personality disorders. She has extensive experience working with young people, particularly those with complex needs. She is particularly interested in trauma-based work. She uses CBT, DBT, ACT and Mindfulness-based practices. She builds honest, open and empathetic relationships with her clients. She has a commitment to collaborating with clients in a non-judgmental way to help them build a life worth living.
Aish (She/her) has experience working with people across the lifespan and from diverse backgrounds, presenting with issues such as depression, anxiety, relationship concerns, trauma and personality disorders. She has extensive experience working with young people, particularly those with complex needs. She is particularly interested in trauma-based work. She uses CBT, DBT, ACT and Mindfulness-based practices. She builds honest, open and empathetic relationships with her clients. She has a commitment to collaborating with clients in a non-judgmental way to help them build a life worth living.
Appointments Available - book online at hourglasspsychology.com.au/appointments. I work with young people and adults treating anxiety, depression, grief, low self-esteem, adjustment difficulties, relationship issues, self-harming, addictions, stress, amongst other problems. I also have an interest in working with people across diverse sexuality, sex, and gender spectrums. I assist you to find practical solutions to your problems that fit within your lifestyle, values and personal investment, drawing on your strengths to create meaningful long-term change. I also work with your evolving goals, and offer guidance and support.
Appointments Available - book online at hourglasspsychology.com.au/appointments. I work with young people and adults treating anxiety, depression, grief, low self-esteem, adjustment difficulties, relationship issues, self-harming, addictions, stress, amongst other problems. I also have an interest in working with people across diverse sexuality, sex, and gender spectrums. I assist you to find practical solutions to your problems that fit within your lifestyle, values and personal investment, drawing on your strengths to create meaningful long-term change. I also work with your evolving goals, and offer guidance and support.
I work with anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Family Violence, Personality Disorders, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Body image difficulties, Workplace injury.
My practice has a strong focus on increasing well-being and resilience through a positive psychology perspective. This strengths-based approach helps to empower clients to use their individual qualities to overcome life's challenges drawing on strengths to create meaningful long-term change. Clients who are experiencing difficult life transitions and adjustment challenges would be supported with energetic and empathetic responding. I have experience in group therapy, Forensic Risk Assessments, Men's Behaviour Change programs, Relationship difficulties and Anger management. I look to help you become the best version of yourself.
I work with anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Family Violence, Personality Disorders, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Body image difficulties, Workplace injury.
My practice has a strong focus on increasing well-being and resilience through a positive psychology perspective. This strengths-based approach helps to empower clients to use their individual qualities to overcome life's challenges drawing on strengths to create meaningful long-term change. Clients who are experiencing difficult life transitions and adjustment challenges would be supported with energetic and empathetic responding. I have experience in group therapy, Forensic Risk Assessments, Men's Behaviour Change programs, Relationship difficulties and Anger management. I look to help you become the best version of yourself.
Hi, I’m Connie Kellett—an individual, couples, and family counsellor.
At Adaptation Consulting we create a space where your identity, story, and experiences are valued. There’s no one ‘right way’ to do therapy—only what works for you. We work with a range of modalities including Narrative Therapy and CBT and collaborate with our clients to find the best pathway for them.
Hi, I’m Connie Kellett—an individual, couples, and family counsellor.
At Adaptation Consulting we create a space where your identity, story, and experiences are valued. There’s no one ‘right way’ to do therapy—only what works for you. We work with a range of modalities including Narrative Therapy and CBT and collaborate with our clients to find the best pathway for them.
I am warm, conversational and collaborative. I’ll work with you to understand your story, your current challenges and what you’re seeking to change. I enjoy providing the space and tools for individuals who want to better their lives. We will work together and identify barriers, recurring patterns and limitations in the way of finding purpose and building a quality of life. The aim is to help you do more of what matters to take you towards living the life you want.
I am warm, conversational and collaborative. I’ll work with you to understand your story, your current challenges and what you’re seeking to change. I enjoy providing the space and tools for individuals who want to better their lives. We will work together and identify barriers, recurring patterns and limitations in the way of finding purpose and building a quality of life. The aim is to help you do more of what matters to take you towards living the life you want.
My therapeutic orientation is grounded in person-centred therapy principles: Reflective listening, empathy, and acceptance. I aim to create an environment that enables you to feel safe to discuss your past, current, or future challenges openly. I will work collaboratively with you to set therapeutic goals to ensure session content, discussions, and interventions meet therapeutic objectives.
My therapeutic orientation is grounded in person-centred therapy principles: Reflective listening, empathy, and acceptance. I aim to create an environment that enables you to feel safe to discuss your past, current, or future challenges openly. I will work collaboratively with you to set therapeutic goals to ensure session content, discussions, and interventions meet therapeutic objectives.
Hi! I’m Jess Willcocks and I’m here to be able to assist you to live your best life. I say that partially joking, but I am here to work with individuals who want to have a deeper understanding of themselves and their behaviours. I want to help you to enrich your life and have the life you have always wanted. Together we will foster your self-awareness, explore your goals and dreams and unlock your full potential to create lasting and meaningful change.
Hi! I’m Jess Willcocks and I’m here to be able to assist you to live your best life. I say that partially joking, but I am here to work with individuals who want to have a deeper understanding of themselves and their behaviours. I want to help you to enrich your life and have the life you have always wanted. Together we will foster your self-awareness, explore your goals and dreams and unlock your full potential to create lasting and meaningful change.
I’m Bec, a Clinical Psychologist registered with AHPRA and the owner of REKNDL. I can support you to navigate trauma, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, relationship difficulties, and neurodivergence, among other complex presentations. You might be neurodivergent (e.g., autistic, ADHD, AuDHD) and feel misunderstood. You might be a couple wanting repair and to understand your patterns.
If you’re ready for dedicated therapy, then I’m ready to help you unpack the root cause of your struggles, for longlasting change.
I’m Bec, a Clinical Psychologist registered with AHPRA and the owner of REKNDL. I can support you to navigate trauma, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, relationship difficulties, and neurodivergence, among other complex presentations. You might be neurodivergent (e.g., autistic, ADHD, AuDHD) and feel misunderstood. You might be a couple wanting repair and to understand your patterns.
If you’re ready for dedicated therapy, then I’m ready to help you unpack the root cause of your struggles, for longlasting change.
I work with people who are often carrying long standing emotional wounds — perhaps shaped by difficult early experiences, painful relationship patterns, or trauma that still lingers in the present. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from their true selves and relationships. They may be repeating patterns they don’t fully understand but long to change.
I work with people who are often carrying long standing emotional wounds — perhaps shaped by difficult early experiences, painful relationship patterns, or trauma that still lingers in the present. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from their true selves and relationships. They may be repeating patterns they don’t fully understand but long to change.
If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or anxious, I’m glad you’re here. I’m the Principal Clinical Psychologist at Greylight Psychology, with over 10 years’ experience helping teens and adults across Australia overcome anxiety, OCD, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, and life transitions. I use evidence-based approaches including Schema Therapy, ACT, and ERP, delivered via secure, Medicare-rebated Telehealth & in-person sessions.
My approach is grounded in warmth and a deep respect for your unique story. Your goals, needs, and values guide our work together, and when you’re ready, I’m here to walk alongside you.
If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or anxious, I’m glad you’re here. I’m the Principal Clinical Psychologist at Greylight Psychology, with over 10 years’ experience helping teens and adults across Australia overcome anxiety, OCD, depression, trauma, relationship difficulties, and life transitions. I use evidence-based approaches including Schema Therapy, ACT, and ERP, delivered via secure, Medicare-rebated Telehealth & in-person sessions.
My approach is grounded in warmth and a deep respect for your unique story. Your goals, needs, and values guide our work together, and when you’re ready, I’m here to walk alongside you.
At Wander and Wonder Counselling, I work to support adults who are sober, trying to get sober, or rebuilding life after addiction. Many people find that even when substance use stops, old emotional patterns remain — my work focuses on gently understanding and changing those patterns to support long-term sobriety.
I work with dual diagnosis, including addiction alongside anxiety, low mood, trauma, burnout, and life transitions. Sessions are paced, collaborative, and grounded in self-compassion. I also offer walk-and-talk sessions and animal-assisted therapy for clients who prefer a more natural, embodied approach.
At Wander and Wonder Counselling, I work to support adults who are sober, trying to get sober, or rebuilding life after addiction. Many people find that even when substance use stops, old emotional patterns remain — my work focuses on gently understanding and changing those patterns to support long-term sobriety.
I work with dual diagnosis, including addiction alongside anxiety, low mood, trauma, burnout, and life transitions. Sessions are paced, collaborative, and grounded in self-compassion. I also offer walk-and-talk sessions and animal-assisted therapy for clients who prefer a more natural, embodied approach.
I’m Shanilka, a registered psychologist and founder of Nirvana Psychology which is located in Oakleigh. I provide therapy to individuals across Melbourne, with Telehealth available Australia-wide.
I work with adolescents and adults, from complex concerns to NDIS, to everyday challenges that come with work, relationships, identity, stress, or major life transitions.
My approach to therapy is grounded in patience, compassion, and deep respect for each person’s unique journey.
Born and raised in Australia with a proud Sri Lankan heritage, I bring a nuanced understanding of multicultural identity and cross-cultural awareness.
I’m Shanilka, a registered psychologist and founder of Nirvana Psychology which is located in Oakleigh. I provide therapy to individuals across Melbourne, with Telehealth available Australia-wide.
I work with adolescents and adults, from complex concerns to NDIS, to everyday challenges that come with work, relationships, identity, stress, or major life transitions.
My approach to therapy is grounded in patience, compassion, and deep respect for each person’s unique journey.
Born and raised in Australia with a proud Sri Lankan heritage, I bring a nuanced understanding of multicultural identity and cross-cultural awareness.
I’m Yukti, a registered psychologist working with adults. My practice is grounded in warmth, authenticity, and connection, and I hold a strong belief that therapy is most powerful when it feels human, relational, and safe.
I work with people who are navigating body image concerns, disordered eating/eating disorders, anxiety, depression, ADHD, perfectionism, trauma, interactional patterns, or are simply trying to make sense of who they are in times of change.
I’m Yukti, a registered psychologist working with adults. My practice is grounded in warmth, authenticity, and connection, and I hold a strong belief that therapy is most powerful when it feels human, relational, and safe.
I work with people who are navigating body image concerns, disordered eating/eating disorders, anxiety, depression, ADHD, perfectionism, trauma, interactional patterns, or are simply trying to make sense of who they are in times of change.
Zac is a clinical psychologist who typically works with clients experiencing difficulties with anxiety, mood, managing emotions, coping with stress or dealing with conflict in relationships. He enjoys working with clients to increase understanding of how they got to where they are now, reduce suffering, build skills, develop goals and meaning. Clients often come in crisis, when they have tried everything and struggled for a long time, but continue treatment long after crisis has resolved to work on creating a fuller and better life. Zac enjoys developing a deeper therapeutic relationship and working long-term.
Zac is a clinical psychologist who typically works with clients experiencing difficulties with anxiety, mood, managing emotions, coping with stress or dealing with conflict in relationships. He enjoys working with clients to increase understanding of how they got to where they are now, reduce suffering, build skills, develop goals and meaning. Clients often come in crisis, when they have tried everything and struggled for a long time, but continue treatment long after crisis has resolved to work on creating a fuller and better life. Zac enjoys developing a deeper therapeutic relationship and working long-term.
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Personality Disorders Therapists
What are the common treatment options for personality disorders?
Personality disorders are typically treated with psychotherapy, sometimes in conjunction with medication. Therapy can help people with personality disorders develop skills to tolerate difficult emotions, navigate interpersonal relationships, and solidify their sense of self. Medications can treat symptoms that co-occur with the disorder, such as depression, anger, aggression, and impulsivity.
When to seek treatment for personality disorders?
Even though treatment for personality disorders can be an uphill battle, it’s best to seek help if you suspect that you or a loved one is struggling with one, because personality disorders can create substantial problems in life. Symptoms depend on the specific disorder, but overall signs of personality disorders include consistent difficulty maintaining close relationships, dramatic variations in self-esteem, and an unstable sense of identity.
How long does therapy take for personality disorders?
The timeline for treating personality disorders isn’t as clear-cut as it is for other disorders. Change can be difficult, taking from around one year to five, 10, or more. The key is finding a therapist who has extensive experience treating the relevant disorder. For example, a psychologist who specialises in narcissistic personality disorder has specific communication strategies that allow them to sustain the relationship and be more effective with narcissistic patients.
Can therapy help people with personality disorders?
Research suggests that for those who are motivated to address concerns or interpersonal conflict related to a personality disorder, therapy is far more effective than no treatment, and that most people in therapy see improvements. However, since personality disorders involve entrenched elements of identity, they are less responsive to treatment than are other mental health conditions. Finding an expert who has extensive experience working with a given personality disorder is one factor that increases the likelihood of successful treatment.